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/ˈwaɪnd ˈɛndʒɪn/ · wind en·gine
noun
- A machine that harnesses the power of wind to generate mechanical energy, often used in applications such as windmills or wind turbines. The wind engine on the farm was used to pump water from the well.
noun
- A device that uses wind power to drive a mechanical system, such as a pump or a sawmill. The wind engine was used to power the sawmill in the 18th century.
Did you know? The first recorded use of wind engines dates back to ancient Persia, where windmills were used to pump water and grind grain.